There are currently 2 DiGAs for Obesity in the BfArM directory. Statutory health insurers pay the manufacturers €199.25 to €218 per prescription. With a medical prescription, the DiGAs are free for people with statutory health insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions about DiGAs for Obesity
Currently 2 DiGAs are approved for Obesity: Oviva Direkt für Adipositas, zanadio. All are available free of charge on prescription.
For Obesity, 2 DiGA apps are approved: Oviva Direkt für Adipositas, zanadio. All apps are reviewed by BfArM and available free of charge on prescription.
Yes, all 2 approved DiGA apps for Obesity are free of charge with a medical prescription for people with statutory health insurance. For privately insured people, reimbursement depends on their plan.
A DiGA for Obesity can be prescribed by your doctor or psychotherapist. Alternatively, you can apply for the DiGA directly through your health insurance provider, provided you have a qualifying diagnosis. In both cases you will receive an activation code to unlock the app.
With a medical prescription, all DiGAs are free of charge for people with statutory health insurance – the costs are fully covered by statutory health insurance. For privately insured people, reimbursement depends on their plan. The prices paid by insurers to manufacturers vary by DiGA and can be found on the respective detail pages.
